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              <text>TRANSPORT TENSION: ‘Suspension’ of PUV modernization program divides transport stakeholders&#13;
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By Ime Sornito -Thursday, July 25, 2024&#13;
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Passengers board a minibus in Iloilo City. Consolidated transport cooperatives and/or companies have secured millions of pesos in bank loans to buy minibuses in line with the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program. Suspending the program, they say, would be detrimental to their operation. &#13;
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ILOILO City — Desperate jeepney operators and drivers displaced by the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP) see some glimmer of hope. Calls to suspend the PUVMP have surfaced in the Senate, following concerns raised about its implementation.&#13;
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Other transport stakeholders, however, are anxious. They warned that the suspension could lead to the bankruptcy of transport cooperatives  or corporations already mired in bank loans.&#13;
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Senate President Francis Escudero, during the Senate Committee on Public Services hearing on Tuesday, July 23, prompted committee chair Sen. Raffy Tulfo to propose a resolution requesting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to halt the PUVMP temporarily.&#13;
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The move came after notable discrepancies were highlighted during the program’s rollout, which has faced criticism for its impact on local transport groups.&#13;
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Warren Gangoso, president of Manibela Panay United and the Villa Transport Association, welcomed the suspension proposal, citing negative experiences among members, some of whom have already left consolidated cooperatives or corporations due to unbearable conditions.&#13;
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“Our request is for the government to refine the program because we have many negative experiences with it,” Gangoso told Panay News.&#13;
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He clarified that while his group is not against the government’s transport modernization efforts, they seek a more robust and transparent system addressing cooperative-related financial and management issues before fully committing to the modernization drive.&#13;
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Gangoso, attended the Senate committee hearing on July 23, cited as example the P500 daily dividend promised to operators should they join transport cooperatives as consolidated members; this has not been fulfilled.&#13;
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But not all in the transport sector are happy with the Senate’s plan to call for PUVMP suspension. Raymundo Parcon, president of the Western Visayas Transport Cooperative (WVTC), voiced concerns about the financial implications of a suspension.&#13;
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The WVTC, which has taken a P200-million loan from state-owned Landbank of the Philippines for 95 “mini bus” units (so-called “modernized jeepneys), fears the inability to sustain payments if the program is paused.&#13;
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WVTC was given seven years to pay its loan.&#13;
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“Suspending it (PUVMP) now, after we’ve complied with the government’s modernization initiative, is painful for us,” Parcon said.&#13;
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WVTC is actually being allowed by the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) to operate 552 mini buses; what it has bought so far and are operational is just 17 percent of this.&#13;
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“Modernization man bala, bag-uhon ang tanan. Ila gani slogan ‘Bagong Pilipinas’, modernize. Nagtuman kami sa programa nga modernization tapos gulpi nga kakason,” lamented Parcon.&#13;
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During the same Senate committee hearing, Escudero criticized the modernization plan as ill-conceived, pointing out the financial burdens it imposes on operators and drivers, with a vehicle cost of P2.5 million each being unfeasible under current conditions.&#13;
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He proposed a resolution to pause the PUVMP until all financial and operational concerns are thoroughly addressed.&#13;
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But Rizalito Alido, president of the Western Visayas Federation of Transport Cooperative and Corporation, hopes for an exemption for Iloilo City from the suspension, citing a local ordinance that implements an enhanced Local Public Transport Route Plan.&#13;
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The suspension could lead to the bankruptcy of transport cooperatives, he warned.&#13;
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Alido, who also serves as consultant of the Iloilo City Alliance Operators and Drivers Transport Cooperative (ICAODTC), this group may be forced to seek subsidy from the government to pay its bank loan.&#13;
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ICAODTC is operating 28 mini buses, costing P2.40 million each.&#13;
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The PUV modernization program, which overhauls the franchising system for safer and more comfortable public transportation, has been met with resistance from several stakeholders in the transport sectors, citing financial and livelihood displacement.&#13;
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Individual jeepney operators are required to give up their franchises in favor of consolidated transport cooperatives or corporations.&#13;
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Despite these challenges, President Marcos previously assured that the modernization would not cost any driver their job or livelihood.</text>
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              <text>Fight vs unregistered births in Western Visayas stepped up&#13;
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By Ime Sornito -Thursday, July 25, 2024&#13;
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ILOILO City – A certificate of live birth is a high-value document for establishing identity.&#13;
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But according to the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), there are still people in Western Visayas without it, their birth not having been registered.&#13;
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PSA-6 is thus encouraging most especially underprivileged groups, including indigenous peoples, Muslim Filipinos, senior citizens, and residents of geographically-isolated and disadvantaged areas (GIDAs), to participate in its Birth Registration Assistance Project (BRAP).&#13;
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A birth certificate is also crucial for accessing government benefits and assistance, said Nelida Amolar, officer-in-charge of PSA-6.&#13;
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Started in February 2022, BRAP aims to facilitate late registration of births for those who have never been registered.&#13;
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“The objective of this project is to allow people, especially from vulnerable sectors living in remote areas, to register their births late,” explained Amolar.&#13;
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Tackling the problem on unregistered births is being viewed with urgency now due to an ongoing Senate investigation that has caught national attention – the real identity of suspended Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo. Her nationality is being doubted and her late birth registration is being questioned.&#13;
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In Western Visayas, BRAP has so far successfully provided 28,226 individuals in the region with birth certificates, according to the PSA-6.&#13;
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Local Civil Registrar Officers (LCRO) from concerned local government units, along with PSA personnel, conduct ocular inspections to verify the identities of individuals before issuing birth certificates.&#13;
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However, individuals aged 18 and above who have not yet registered can also approach their LCRO or the PSA directly.&#13;
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“This initiative is a significant aid since late registration is free of charge and not burdensome,” Amolar added.&#13;
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To further increase accessibility, the PSA integrates mobile registration drives for the national identification system and conducts extensive information and education campaigns.&#13;
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The PSA reported significant progress, too, in the region’s registration with the Philippine Identification System, with 6.73 million out of 7.95 million residents in Western Visayas now registered.</text>
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              <text>Mechanization seen to boost WV agricultural productivity&#13;
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By Ime Sornito -Thursday, July 25, 2024&#13;
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ILOILO City – To enhance Western Visayas farmers’ productivity and ensure a prosperous harvest, the Department of Agriculture (DA) Region 6, together with the Korean Agricultural Machinery Industry Cooperative (KAMICO), launched a two-day roadshow featuring the latest in farm machinery and technologies.&#13;
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The event, held at the Western Visayas Agricultural Research Center (DA-WESVIARC) in the Jaro district on Wednesday, July 24, was themed “Innovate Visayas: Food Security Through Right Mechanization.”&#13;
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It showcased a broad spectrum of agricultural machinery, ranging from land preparation to post-harvest tools, aimed at advancing modern agricultural practices across the region.&#13;
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The primary goal of the showcase was to streamline and simplify farming operations, thereby boosting productivity and maximizing farmers’ revenues.&#13;
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Among the technologies displayed were drone seeders, brown rice mills, tractors, precision seeders, mounted sprayers, lifting machines, and cultivators, all available for acquisition by various farmer cooperatives and associations.&#13;
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The roadshow was inaugurated by DA-6 regional executive director Dennis Arpia and prominent figures such as Philip Kim, president of FIT Corea Trading Philippines and KAMICO Country Representative; Hokyum Kim, director of TYM Korea; Sekjin Lee, president of Leshwa Industry; and PHilMech directors Dionisio G. Alvindia and Joel Dator, among others.&#13;
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Director Alvindia emphasized the event’s focus – introducing rice farmers to cutting-edge technologies that span from land preparation to post-harvest processes.&#13;
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He lamented the low awareness among farmers about utilizing new technologies to improve harvests.&#13;
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“We want to show our farmers that such machinery can significantly enhance their productivity and income,” said Alvindia.&#13;
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He also noted that while the cost of such machinery might seem prohibitive, the government, under the Rice Tariffication Law allocates P5 billion annually through the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) to aid farmers.&#13;
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Since 2019, PhilMech has distributed P3.7 billion worth of machinery to 1,364 cooperatives and associations under the RCEF mechanization program.&#13;
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During the event, one tractor was distributed to each of the following associations: Agtubabo Irrigators Association in Barotac Nuevo, Santo Semeba Irrigators Association in Anilao, the Municipal Local Government of Leon, and the Tubungan Multi-purpose Cooperative in Tubungan, Iloilo.&#13;
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Arpia expressed gratitude to KOMICA for bringing their latest farm mechanization technologies to the Visayas Region, helping farmers rise to the challenges posed by climate change.&#13;
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“Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr., although not present today, stands firm in his belief that mechanization will significantly enhance the production capacities of Western Visayas,” Arpia said.</text>
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Members of the Iloilo Provincial Capitol Press Corps and the Public Information and Community Affairs Office (PICAO) of the provincial government inspected the ongoing construction progress on April 6.&#13;
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Guided by the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO) of Lambunao, the group visited Barangay Agsirab, the farthest barangay accessible by regular vehicle, and also toured a road section in Barangay Hipgos, Lambunao that traverses a mountain.&#13;
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Another route contributing to shorter travel times between Iloilo and Antique is the Igtuble-Tubungan – Aningalan, San Remigio route, which is now open to motorists. (With additional reporting from Capitol News)/PN&#13;
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By Ime Sornito -Thursday, April 18, 2024&#13;
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ILOILO – The towns of Carles and Janiuay recorded the highest number of stunted and wasted children aged zero to 59 months in 2023 in this province, data from the Iloilo Provincial Health Office (IPHO) showed.&#13;
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The IPHO data revealed that out of 148,902 children assessed under Operation Timbang (OPT) Plus last year, 7,204 were found to be stunted while 1,727 were wasted.&#13;
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* Carles – 732 out of 6,082 children&#13;
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* Janiuay – 563 out of 4,945 children&#13;
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* Dumangas – 422 out of 5,519 children&#13;
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* Santa Barbara – 377 out of 5,108 children&#13;
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* Balasan – 342 out of 2,070 children&#13;
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* Badiangan – 286 out of 1,415 children&#13;
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* Pototan – 256 out of 5,994 children&#13;
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* San Rafael – 249 out of 1,328 children&#13;
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* Lambunao – 244 out of 5,917 children&#13;
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* Lemery – 220 out of 3,233 children&#13;
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Meanwhile, the towns with the most wasted children were the following:&#13;
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* Carles – 250&#13;
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* Janiuay – 164&#13;
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* Santa Barbara – 127 out of 5,108 children&#13;
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* Alimodian – 81 out of 2,224 children&#13;
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* Lambunao – 77&#13;
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* San Miguel – 71 out of 1,686 children&#13;
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* Calinog – 70 out of 4,804 children&#13;
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* San Enrique – 67 out of 3,368 children&#13;
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* Pototan – 62&#13;
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Dr. Wendel Tupas-Marcelo, Provincial Health Officer I, noted that the geographical remoteness of Carles, which includes 18 island barangays among its 33, complicates the delivery of governmental programs and services. This remoteness is considered a significant factor in the high prevalence of stunting and wasting in the area.&#13;
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“(The strategy is) to have a facility that can help us catch up soon while we are constructing classrooms,” Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. said on Tuesday.&#13;
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Defensor led the inspection of a modular tent from the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) on the same day.&#13;
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He said the design is different, and the material has to withstand heat.&#13;
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Defensor was joined by Provincial Administrator Raul Banias, PRC administrator Gilbert Valderrama, General Services Office head Vicente Flores, Jr., Executive Assistant Aris Tedoco, and personnel from the Provincial Engineer’s Office.&#13;
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The province lacks around 300 classrooms, Defensor said.&#13;
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ILOILO RIVER AND ESPLANADE. “VISIT ILOILO” tourism campaign aims to promote Iloilo into becoming one of the premier tourist destinations in the country. It invites both local and foreign tourists to embark on an unforgettable journey to Iloilo and explore its rich heritage and vibrant adventures. PAULO ALCAZAREN PHOTO&#13;
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ILOILO City – Apart from a unique blend of history, culture, gastronomy, and natural beauty, what else makes Iloilo a compelling destination for travelers looking to experience the “heart of the Philippines”?&#13;
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The Iloilo Festivals Foundation Inc. (IFFI), in collaboration with various private and public stakeholders, yesterday launched yet another unique tourism campaign dubbed “Visit Iloilo.”&#13;
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This newest campaign invites both local and foreign tourists to embark on an unforgettable journey to Iloilo today and explore, discover and embrace its rich heritage, vibrant adventures, and welcoming spirit and create memories that will last a lifetime.&#13;
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Allan Tan, IFFI president, noted the “Visit Iloilo” tourism campaign aims at further promoting Iloilo into becoming one of the premier tourist destinations in the country.&#13;
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“It is an invitation for everyone to immerse themselves in our Ilonggo history, heritage and hospitality,” said Tan.&#13;
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Various stakeholders, including the city and provincial governments, Department of Tourism, Tourism Promotions Board, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Iloilo, Iloilo M.I.C.E Alliance, Iloilo Business Park, and different travel agencies from around the country attended the launching at the Iloilo Convention Center.&#13;
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The foundation stressed that ‘Visit Iloilo” gestures are the ultimate response for would-be guests to act.&#13;
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“This unified effort serves as the industry’s local arm that will elevate all that is good about the city as it cascades it across channels, platforms, and discussions where buyers are also present,” the IFFI said.&#13;
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The campaign also aims to facilitate multi-sectoral synergy and collaboration in the intentional scene by providing materials that will be published locally and globally.&#13;
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Such will create new tour packages all in the hopes of improving Iloilo’s tourist receipts increasing economic gains and opportunity for all.&#13;
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“Let us elevate ‘Visit Iloilo’ into more than just a campaign, but a legacy that enriches our lives and leaves an indelible mark for generations to come. Together, let us invite everyone to Visit Iloilo, Experience Iloilo, and of course Love Iloilo,” said Tan.&#13;
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For his part, Mayor Jerry Treñas said the city government aims to continue leveling up.&#13;
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“The recent investments in public spaces, alongside private sector initiatives expanding our tourism activities and grander festivals, demonstrate our collective commitment to solidifying Iloilo City as a premier destination,” said Treñas.&#13;
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The city mayor cited the city’s UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy Award, which amplifies the current momentum.&#13;
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He also threw his support to the campaign which he said will further elevate Iloilo’s image as a top destination.&#13;
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“This campaign aims to call us here to work collectively in attracting more visitors to experience Iloilo City’s beauty,” the mayor said.&#13;
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ILOILO – Gov. Arthur Defensor Jr. has been recognized as an Outstanding Local Chief Executive of the Philippines in the Provincial Category for Visayas Island, acknowledging his effective management and delivery of social welfare programs.&#13;
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The award, presented by the Association of Local Social Welfare and Development Officers of the Philippines, Inc. (ALSWDOPI), cited Defensor’s leadership in the implementation of various social welfare initiatives and services through the Provincial Social Welfare and Development Office (PSWDO), led by Sarah Barayuga.&#13;
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ALSWDOPI’s recognition only goes to one local chief executive per category per island, highlighting the exclusive and prestigious nature of the award.&#13;
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In addition to the recognition, ALSWDOPI national president Jhunleymar Abella extended an invitation to Governor Defensor to attend the Gawad Parangal Awarding Ceremony scheduled for May 15, 2024, at the Iloilo Convention Center.&#13;
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This event is part of the 27th National Social Welfare and Development Forum and General Assembly.&#13;
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Meanwhile, Mayor Rafael Enrique Lazaro of Pototan, Iloilo was also honored as Outstanding Local Chief Executive in the 1st to 3rd Class Municipality Category for Visayas Island.&#13;
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The GAWAD Parangal is an annual award conferred by ALSWDOPI to provincial governors, city/municipal mayors, Sangguniang Panlalawigan, Panglungsod/Bayan Chairpersons of Social Services, department heads – Local Social Welfare and Development Officers, rank-in-file Social Welfare and Development Officers from provincial/city/municipal offices and ALSWDOPI provincial and city chapters. (With an additional report from Capitol news)/PN &#13;
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ILOILO – The provincial government has named the winners of the Most Outstanding Sanggunian awards, concluding a year-long search.&#13;
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The awards were presented during a ceremony at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel in Iloilo City on April 12, as part of the 123rd Semana sang Iloilo celebrations.&#13;
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Vice Gov. Christine Garin, who chairs the Provincial Legislative Awards Committee (PLAC), led the event.&#13;
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The search was divided into two categories, with Category A for component cities and first- to second-class municipalities, and Category B for third- to sixth-class municipalities.&#13;
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* Champion – Tigbauan (P100,000)&#13;
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The search was initiated following the passage of Provincial Ordinance No. 2022-288, aimed at encouraging improvement, innovation, and best practices within the Sanggunian.&#13;
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The cash awards were intended to support programs, projects, and activities that enhance the operation of the Sanggunian.&#13;
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By Ime Sornito -Friday, July 26, 2024&#13;
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ILOILO City – The Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) has authorized unconsolidated traditional jeepneys and UV Express vehicles to operate on routes with a low number of authorized units (NAUs) in Western Visayas.  &#13;
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The region has 259 such routes, with only one to four units in operation, according to LTFRB Region 6 legal counsel and spokesperson Atty. Salvador Altura.&#13;
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This decision predominantly affects routes in mountainous areas and some town centers where alternative transportation is abundant, discouraging operators from adding more units due to potential losses. &#13;
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“In the mountains, vehicles often make just one trip up and down. In urban centers, the situation is different,” explained Altura.&#13;
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The LTFRB has decided against requiring these individual operators to consolidate their units, as they do not meet the 15-unit threshold necessary to apply for consolidation. &#13;
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“They are not required to consolidate. Low NAU areas do not require consolidation, meaning their operations can continue as long as they renew their registration,” Altura stressed.&#13;
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In April, LTFRB chairperson Atty. Teofilo Guadiz III issued Board Resolution No. 053, Series of 2024, which includes provisions under Memorandum Circular 2020-084 allowing for the application of consolidation with fewer than 15 units if the existing NAU on the route is below this number. &#13;
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The resolution also permits the acceptance of consolidation applications involving less than 15 but no fewer than 10 units, with an affidavit of undertaking to complete the required units within three months from the filing date.&#13;
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These measures aim to ensure that transportation remains available on routes with low NAUs without forcing operators to consolidate, supporting both passenger demand and operator sustainability in less populated or less profitable areas.&#13;
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Based on LTFRB data, the following are the general area breakdown of the 259 routes with low NUA (with only one to four PUJs or UV Express operating):&#13;
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* Iloilo City – one route &#13;
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* Iloilo Province – 30 routes&#13;
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* Capiz – 23 routes&#13;
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* Aklan – 16 routes&#13;
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* Guimaras – 91 routes&#13;
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* Bacolod City – 12 routes&#13;
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* Negros Occidental – 56 routes&#13;
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* Antique – 30 routes&#13;
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Previously, throughout LTFRB’s push for the PUVMP, it had repeatedly declared that non-consolidated traditional jeepney units will be prohibited from operating.&#13;
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The jeepney started as remodeled army vehicles left behind by US forces after World War II, and became a showcase of Filipino ingenuity and resourcefulness. Mainly patronized by low- to middle-income passengers, it has become the core of Philippine public transport.&#13;
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The modernization of Philippine public transport aims to minimize air pollution and improve public transport safety.&#13;
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Most jeepneys were not compliant with smoke emission and safety standards.&#13;
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Initiated in 2017, this ambitious modernization project aims to replace traditional jeepneys with vehicles featuring at least Euro 4-compliant engines to reduce pollution and enhance roadworthiness, as per the standards of the Land Transportation Office.&#13;
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Here’s the detailed breakdown of Western Visayas’ 259 routes with low NUA:&#13;
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* Iloilo City (Baldoza Terminal – Lemery – San Rafael) &#13;
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* Iloilo City (ITGSI) – Lambunao – INCA &#13;
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* Iloilo City (ITGSI) – Tapaz (Capiz)&#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Barbaza &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – San Jose &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Bugasong &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Caticlan &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Libertad via San Jose &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Pandan, Antique &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – San Jose – Dalipe&#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Tobias Fornier via Anini-y, Antique &#13;
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* Iloilo City (San Pedro Molo Terminal) – Valderrama &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Tagbak Terminal) – Carles &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Tagbak Terminal) – Kalibo &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Ticud Terminal) – Lemery&#13;
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* Jordan Wharf – Cabalagnan &#13;
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* Jordan Wharf – Igdarapdap &#13;
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* Jordan Wharf –  Igdarapdap – Cabalagnan&#13;
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* Jordan Wharf – Nueva Valencia – Cabalagnan&#13;
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* Kalibo, Caticlan – Buruanga&#13;
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* Kalibo Airport – Caticlan – Buruanga &#13;
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* Robinson (Bacolod) – Silay Airport&#13;
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* Robinson Exit – Silay Airport&#13;
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* Silay City Proper – Silay Airport&#13;
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* Ajuy – Concepcion via Sara&#13;
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* Alman – Lucmayan – Nueva Valencia – Jordan &#13;
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* Alman – Salvacion – Lucmayan – Nueva Valencia – Jordan&#13;
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* Bacolod City – Alegria via Murcia &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Bago City (Abuanan) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Central Hawaiian (Brgy. Tanza) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Dos Hermanas (Talisay) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Murcia (Alegria)&#13;
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* Bacolod City – Murcia (Mt Kalandog) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Silay Airport &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Silay City (Capitan Ramon) via Silay City &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Silay City (Patag) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Silay City via Central Hawaiian &#13;
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* Bacolod City –  Talisay (1st Farmers) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Talisay (Brgy. Concepcion) &#13;
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* Bacolod City – Talisay (Dos Hermanas)&#13;
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* Badiangan – Iloilo City (ITGSI)&#13;
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* Balasan – Carles – Sara &#13;
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* Barotac Nuevo – Banate &#13;
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* Binalbagan – Bantayan &#13;
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* Binalbagan – Cauayan &#13;
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* Binalbagan – Isabela &#13;
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* Buenavista (Calingao) – Sto. Rosario &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – Calingao – Cansilayan&#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) –  Calingao -Suclaran &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario)- Calingao &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario – Calingao) – Jordan – Alibhon&#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario – Calingao) – Jordan – San Miguel&#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – Getulio  &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – Navalas – Getulio &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – New Poblacion &#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario – Suclaran – Jordan (San Miguel) – Alibhon&#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – Suclaran via Buenavista&#13;
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* Buenavista (Sto. Rosario) – San Lorenzo (Cabano) to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Bugasong – Valderrama &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Balintawak via Minapasok &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Don Salvador Benedicto via Minapasok&#13;
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* Cadiz City – Escalante  &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Escalante via Brgy. Mabini &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Escalante via Minapasok &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Escalante via Old Sagay&#13;
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* Cadiz City – Sagay City – Minapasok via Bato&#13;
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* Cadiz City – Sagay City (Minapasok)&#13;
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* Cadiz City – Sagay City via Minapasok &#13;
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* Cadiz City – Sagay City via Mabini &#13;
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* Cadiz City – San Carlos City via Minapasok &#13;
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* Cadiz City (Brgy. Mabini) – Escalante &#13;
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*Calingao – Sto. Rosario – Buenavista to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Calinog – Passi City&#13;
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* Calinog – Pototan via Passi &#13;
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* Carles – Balasan – Sara&#13;
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* Carles – Estancia – Sara &#13;
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* Cauayan – Hinigaran &#13;
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* Cauayan – Kabankalan &#13;
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* Concepcion – Sara – Estancia &#13;
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* Dumaguit – Kalibo – Malinao – Daja &#13;
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* Escalante – San Carlos City &#13;
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* Guinsang-an – San Pedro (San Jose)&#13;
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* Guisi – Pandaraonan – Nueva Valencia – Jordan Wharf&#13;
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* Himamaylan – Kabankalan &#13;
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* Hinigaran – Cauayan &#13;
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* Hinigaran – La Carlota via old road &#13;
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* Hinigran – Mabinay&#13;
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* Iloilo City – Jibao-an (Pavia) via Mandurriao – Molo &#13;
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* Iloilo City – Mandurriao – Hibao-an – Pavia &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Terminal Market) – Dumangas via Barotac Nuevo &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Terminal Market) – Lawigan, San Joaquin &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Terminal Market) – Pototan via Palanguia &#13;
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* Iloilo City (ITGSI) – Janiuay (Quipot) via Janiuay &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Pavia Terminal) – INCA &#13;
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* Iloilo City (Pavia Terminal) – Lambunao – Panuran&#13;
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* Iloilo City (Tagbak Terminal) – Anilao &#13;
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* Isabela – Kabankalan – Mabinay &#13;
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* Janiuay – Barotac Nuevo via Pototan&#13;
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* Janiuay – Quipot to any Point in Panay &#13;
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* Jordan – Alman via Lucmayan – Nueva Valencia &#13;
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* Jordan – Buenavista (San Isidro) to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Jordan – Cabalagnan via Nueva Valencia to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Alman – Cabalagnan &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Cabalagnan&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Dolores to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Lucmayan to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Pandaraonan – Dolores via Alubihod to any point in Guimaras &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Sibunag (San Isidro) to any point in Panay &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia (Lucmayan – Alman) &#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia (Lucmayan)&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia (Poblacion – Dolores)&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia (Poblacion – Lucmayan – Cabalagnan)&#13;
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* Jordan –  Nueva Valencia (Poblacion) – Lucmayan to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia (Poblacion – Tando – Pandaraonan) to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – Pandaraonan – Dolores&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – Pandaraonan&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – San Antonio – Sibunag – Alegra –San Isidro&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – Tando via Dolores&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia via Alman&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia via Alubihod&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia via Dolores to any point in Guimaas&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia via Lucmayan&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel –  Alegria to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Alubihod&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Cabalagnan – Luzaran to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Nueva Valencia&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Nueva Valencia via Alubihod&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Sebaste&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Sebaste via Millan, San Lorenzo to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Sibunag&#13;
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* Jordan – San Miguel – Sta Teresa – Lawi&#13;
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* Jordan – Sebario via San Miguel&#13;
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* Jordan – Sebaste via San Miguel – San Lorenzo &#13;
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* Jordan – Poblacion – Nueva Valencia via Cabalagnan&#13;
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* Jordan – Nueva Valencia via Calaya&#13;
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* Jordan (Poblacion, Jordan) – San Lorenzo (Sebario) via San Miguel to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (San Miguel) – Buenavista – San Lorenzo (Cabano) to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (San Miguel) – Cabano (San Lorenzo)&#13;
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 * Jordan (San Miguel) – Nueva Valencia&#13;
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* Jordan San Miguel) – Nueva Valencia – Pandaraonan&#13;
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* Jordan (San Miguel) – Nueva Valencia via Alubihod&#13;
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* Jordan (San Miguel) – Nueva Valencia via Calaya&#13;
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* Jordan (San Miguel) – San Lorezon (Sebaste)&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – San Miguel – San Lorenzo (Sebario) to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia (Dolores) to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia (Poblacion) – Dolores to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Lucmayan – Alman – Salvacion&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – Lucmayan – Alman&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Pandaraonan – Dolores – Tando&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Poblacion – Pandaraonan &#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Sibunag to any point of Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Lucmayan&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Pandaraonan – Tando&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – Nueva Valencia – Lapaz (Luzaran)&#13;
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*  Jordan (Wharf) – San Lorenzo – Sebaste – Sibunag&#13;
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*  Jordan (Wharf) – San Miguel&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – San Miguel – Alubihod&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – San Miguel – Dolores to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan Wharf – San Miguel – Nueva Valencia to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Jordan (Wharf) – San Miguel – Ravina&#13;
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* Kabankalan – Cauayan- Sipalay&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Inapoy via Tabugon&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Bantayan&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Baras Daku via Bantayan&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Binalbagan via Isabela&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Carol-an&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Cauayan&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Hinoba-an&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – Moises Padilla via Isabela&#13;
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 * Kabankalan City – Tabugon via Tampalon&#13;
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* Kabankalan City – (Kabankalan – Tampalon)&#13;
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* Kalibo – Altavas via Balete&#13;
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* Kalibo – Banga – Brgy. Daguitan&#13;
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* Kalibo – Banga – Brgy. Torralba&#13;
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* Kalibo – Brgy. Kinalangay via Malinao&#13;
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* Kalibo – Daja via Malinao&#13;
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* Kalibo – Ibajay&#13;
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* Kalibo – Madalag&#13;
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* Kalibo – Malinao-Daja- Bulabod&#13;
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* Kalibo – Nabas&#13;
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* Kalibo –  Poblacion Malinao – Brgy. Malandayon&#13;
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* La Carlota City – Binalbagan &#13;
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* La Carlota City – San Enrique&#13;
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* La Carlota City – Valladolid&#13;
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* Lambunao – Passi City via Calinog&#13;
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* Lemery – Ajuy – Sara&#13;
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* Lemery – Sara&#13;
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* Lemery – Sara – Estancia&#13;
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* Manoc-manoc (Jetty Port) – Yapak (all in Boracay Island)&#13;
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* Nueva Valencia – Pandaraonan – Dolores Tando – Jordan Wharf to any point of Guimaras&#13;
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* Nueva Valencia (Cabalagnan) – Alman – Nueva Valencia – Jordan to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Nueva Valencia (Cabalagnan) – Nueva Valencia – Jordan to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* Nueva Valencia (Pandaroanan) – Jordan&#13;
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* Roxas City – Cuartero – Dao – Ivisan&#13;
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* Roxas City – Dao – Cuartero via Crossing Lanot&#13;
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* Roxas City – Ivisan via Lonoy&#13;
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* Roxas City – Jamindan via Crossing Lanot&#13;
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* Roxas City – Jumaguijic – San Jose&#13;
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* Gaisano City (Arante) – Silay Airport&#13;
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* Roxas City – Mambusao – Jamindan (Camp Peralta) &#13;
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* Roxas City – Nasagud – Bolo via Lawaan &#13;
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* Roxas City –  Panit-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – Panit-an via Luctogan – Liog-Bago – Adlawan&#13;
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* Roxas City – Pontevedra via Panit-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – President Roxas&#13;
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* Roxas City – President Roxas via Panit-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – Sapi-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – Sapian (Brgy. Lonoy)&#13;
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* Roxas City – Sapian via Crossing Lanot&#13;
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* Roxas City – Tapaz&#13;
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* Roxas City – Pueblo De Panay/ Roxas City Integrated Transport Terminal – Lawa-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – Guibongan via Lonoy, Sapi-an&#13;
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* Roxas City – Lawa-an, Nasagud – Bolo&#13;
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* Roxas City – Nasagud – Bolo&#13;
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* Roxas City – Sapi-an – Lonoy&#13;
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* Sagay City – San Carlos City&#13;
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* San Carlos – Calatrava – Toboso – Escalante&#13;
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* San Carlos City – Balintawak&#13;
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* San Carlos City – Escalante City&#13;
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* San Carlos City – Sagay City&#13;
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* San Carlos City – Toboso via Sagay&#13;
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* San Carlos City – Calatrava&#13;
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* San Isidro -Jordan via Nueva Valencia to any point in Guimaras&#13;
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* San Jose – Anini-y via Tobias Fornier to any point in Panay&#13;
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* San Jose – Belison&#13;
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* San Jose – Brgy. Villavert Jimenez (Hamtic)&#13;
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* San Jose – Bugasong via Belison&#13;
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* San Jose – Bugasong via Patnongon to any point in Panay&#13;
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* San Jose – Guisang-an – Aras-arasan&#13;
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* San Jose – Guinsang-an Brgy. Masanag&#13;
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* San Jose – Guinsang-an – Dao&#13;
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* San Jose – Guinsang-an – Hamtic&#13;
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* San Jose – Guinsang-an – Hamtic (Lindero)&#13;
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* San Jose – Guinsang-an – Mapatag&#13;
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* San Jose – Patnongon – Belison  &#13;
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* San Jose – Patnongon – Bugasong to any point in Panay&#13;
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* San Jose – Sibalom – Bugasong&#13;
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* San Jose – Sibalom – Guinsang-an to any point in Panay&#13;
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* San Jose – Sibalom via Valderrama&#13;
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* San Jose – Tobier Fornier – Anini-y&#13;
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* San Jose – Tobias Fornier – Casay to any point in Panay&#13;
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* San Jose – Tobias Fornier via Guinsang-an&#13;
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* Sara – Concepcion&#13;
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* Sara – Concepcion – Ajuy&#13;
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* Sara – Estancia&#13;
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* Silay City – Capitan Ramon&#13;
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* Silay City – Central Hawaiian&#13;
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* Silay City – Capitan Ramon (Patag) &#13;
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* Silay City – Capitan Ramon via Violeta&#13;
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* Sulay City – Lantawan via Guimbalaon &#13;
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* Sto Rosario – Mantanguegue – San Miguel &#13;
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* Sto. Rosario – Calingao – Alubihod&#13;
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* Tagukon – Cauayan&#13;
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* Tando – Pandaraonan – Nueva Valencia – Jordan&#13;
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* Valderrama – Patnongon – San Jose to any point in Panay&#13;
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* Victorias – Escalante&#13;
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* Victorias – Minapasol – San Carlos City &#13;
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* Tigbauan – Leon &#13;
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* Cabalagnan – Jordan Wharf</text>
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